Moving to or from Murfreesboro?
The exact geographic center of Tennessee and one of the fastest-growing Nashville suburbs — home to Middle Tennessee State University (the largest undergraduate university in TN) and the Stones River National Battlefield preserving a pivotal Civil War engagement.
- 165,000 City population
- 2,100,000 Metro area
- 1811 Founded
- Middle Tennessee / Nashville Metro Region
Why people move to Murfreesboro.
- Being the exact geographic center of Tennessee
- Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) — the largest undergraduate university in Tennessee
- Stones River National Battlefield — preserving the 1862-63 Civil War battle
- Being one of the fastest-growing cities in Tennessee
- The historic Rutherford County Courthouse and Square
- Discovery Center at Murfree Spring
Murfreesboro is the exact geographic center of Tennessee — a marker at the Rutherford County Courthouse identifies the precise point. The city served as Tennessee's capital from 1818 to 1826 before the capital moved to Nashville. The Battle of Stones River (December 31, 1862 - January 2, 1863) outside Murfreesboro was one of the bloodiest engagements of the Civil War with 24,000+ combined casualties.
Where people live in Murfreesboro.
A quick guide to Murfreesboro's most moved-to neighborhoods.
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Downtown / Public Square
Historic core with restored courthouse, walkable restaurants, and civic events
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Blackman
Fast-growing family-oriented area with top-rated schools
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Siegel
Master-planned with newer construction
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MTSU area
Near campus with student and faculty housing
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Smyrna (adjacent)
Nearby town with major Nissan plant
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La Vergne (adjacent)
Nashville-side suburb with more affordable housing
Where people spend their time in Murfreesboro.
- Stones River National Battlefield Central Murfreesboro
- MTSU Campus Central Murfreesboro
- Discovery Center at Murfree Spring Downtown
- Cannonsburgh Village Central Murfreesboro
- Rutherford County Courthouse Downtown Public Square
- Old Fort Park Central Murfreesboro
Planning a Murfreesboro move.
- Murfreesboro is one of the fastest-growing TN cities; housing prices have risen sharply with Nashville overflow
- MTSU's academic calendar drives rental spikes in August and May
- Tennessee has no state income tax — significant financial advantage
- Nashville commute via I-24 is 30-45 minutes depending on traffic
Moving in Murfreesboro: FAQ.
Is Murfreesboro affordable compared to Nashville?
Yes, though less so than it used to be. Median home prices have risen significantly with Nashville overflow migration, but still run 15-25% below comparable Nashville neighborhoods. No state income tax in Tennessee is a financial advantage. The trade-off is 30-45 minute commute to Nashville proper.
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